Norwegian Lingonberry Cake With Streusel Topping

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Sweet Norwegian Lingonberry Cake with Streusel Topping
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1 tablespoon baking powder
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 egg
3/4 cup lingonberry preserves
2/3 cup oatmeal
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
390
Sugar
28g
Fat
16g
The Norwegian Lingonberry Cake is a traditional Scandinavian recipe that is often served as a dessert or coffee cake. This cake has a rich lingonberry flavor that is both sweet and tart. The oatmeal streusel topping adds a crisp and crunchy texture to the cake, making it perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or an afternoon tea. This cake is best enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea and shared with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line with parchment paper.
3.In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cardamom, and baking powder.
4.Cut in 6 tablespoons of butter until mixture is crumbly.
5.Add an egg and mix until just combined.
6.Press dough into the bottom of the prepared pan.
7.Spread the lingonberry preserves over the dough.
8.In a small bowl, stir together the oatmeal, 3 tablespoons of butter, sugar and vanilla extract.
9.Crumble the oatmeal mixture on top of the preserves.
10.Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

The Norwegian Lingonberry Cake is delicious and not too sweet.

It has a crispy oatmeal streusel topping which adds a crunchy texture to the cake.

The cake is easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and calories.

It is not recommended for people who are trying to lose weight or reduce their sugar intake.

Lingonberry preserves can be difficult to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Norwegian Lingonberry Cake with Streusel Topping is not particularly healthy.
However, it does contain lingonberry preserves which are a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants.
Oatmeal is also a heart-healthy food that can help lower cholesterol levels.

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